What are the Health Risks of Alcohol Abuse? Alcohol is the most used drug in the United States, it is also the most accessible. Nearly 15 million Americans suffer from some form of alcohol use disorder. Unhealthy use of alcohol ranges from mild to severe including alcoholism and binge drinking. Alcohol abuse and excessive drinking […]
Why Alumni Programs are Important in Addiction Recovery It is important to understand that recovery is an ongoing process; it does not end when you walk out the doors of your treatment facility or sober living home. Those who have graduated from rehabilitation are encouraged to join programs like a 12-Step, AA (Alcoholic Anonymous), NA […]
A Guide to Understanding the Signs of High-Functioning Alcoholism Alcoholism and alcohol abuse disorder look very different from the stereotypes we see on television and in movies. Sometimes alcoholics resort to theft to buy booze, get a DUI or end up homeless, but more often than not those abusing alcohol are still able to maintain […]
Importance of Forming Habits in Addiction Recovery & Sobriety For those in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction, the process to long-term sobriety is about much more than just losing the addiction. We want to find the root cause of the addictive behavior and help you learn how to love yourself and regain happiness in […]
Progressive Recovery Life Coaching to Treat Addiction Throughout your journey to recovery and sobriety you will have many people rooting you on and keeping you on the right path. Your sponsor, therapist and sober support group can provide advice and get you through the difficult times of sobriety. Adding an addiction recovery life coach to […]
Forgiveness is a Necessary Tool for Addiction Recovery Often, addiction to drugs and alcohol starts when a person uses substances to suppress trauma, abuse and neglect. When you start to uncover the reasons your addiction started, forgiveness is at the forefront of your journey. For some it comes easy, but for many who are just […]
Do you Have an Exit Plan for After Rehabilitation Treatment? An exit strategy, also known as discharge planning, is the steps you will take immediately after completing treatment at a rehabilitation center. Whether you chose an inpatient residential program, partial hospitalization or intensive outpatient, outlining an exit strategy after treatment is crucial. Having a plan […]
What are the Long-Term Effects of Heroin Use on the Body? Repeated, long-term heroin use not only changes a person’s physical appearance and behavior, but also damages the body and changes the physiology of the brain. Imbalances in the neuronal and hormonal systems are not easily repaired and can take many years of treatment and […]
Codependent Relationship: Warning Signs, Symptoms & Behavior A relationship is deemed codependent when one person is the sole caretaker and the other continues to take advantage. Codependent relationships are extremely common among people suffering with substance abuse issues. Oftentimes, the extent of care enables the partner’s addictive behavior, and a dangerous cycle takes shape that […]
Silver Linings Recovery Center Now Open in East Windsor, NJ Silver Linings Recovery Center is proud to announce the expansion of our addiction recovery into Mercer County, NJ. In December 2021, we opened the doors to a second facility located in the beautiful, peaceful town of East Windsor, Mercer County, NJ. Our mission is to […]
